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"Unearthing Early Human Presence: Ancient Stone Tools in Ukraine Shed Light on Europe's Earliest Inhabitants"

Ancient stone tools found in western Ukraine dating back over 1 million years may be the oldest evidence of early human presence in Europe, possibly used by Homo erectus. The chipped stones, made from volcanic rock, were likely used for cutting meat and scraping animal hides, indicating adaptability to diverse environments. The findings suggest that early humans dispersed from Africa with these tools and were able to survive in regions ranging from warm Spain to seasonally cold Ukraine.

via PBS NewsHour|

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Ancient Artifacts Rewrite History of Projectile Weapons

A new study analyzing 31,000-year-old flint artifacts found in Belgium suggests that Stone Age Europeans may have used advanced spearthrowers, or atlatls, much earlier than previously believed. The study examined micro-fractures in the spear points and compared them to experimental spearthrower impacts, finding a close match. Critics argue that previous studies were not properly considered, but the researchers stand by their analysis, extending the timeline of spearthrower use by over 10,000 years and providing early evidence of long-distance weaponry in prehistoric hunting.

via The Debrief|

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